Podiatrist’s Free Foot Tips & Tricks
Can a sock actually be dangerous to someone with diabetes? As a podiatrist, I’ve seen firsthand how socks can cause serious problems for diabetics with neuropathy ( numbness of feet) and/or reduced blood flow to their feet. In this post. In this post, I’ll explore three ways socks can harm a diabetic’s feet, what makes … Read more
Unexplained Foot pain that seems to come out of nowhere can be frustrating and even alarming. You may be limping, struggling to sleep, or just wondering why your foot hurts when you don’t remember injuring it. Foot pain without a clear cause is not uncommon and can stem from several underlying issues. As a podiatrist, … Read more
How to Conquer Stinky, Sweaty Feet: A Complete Guide Are you embarrassed to take off your shoes in front of others because of your stinky, sweaty feet? You’re not alone, and there’s hope! In this post, I’ll cover everything you need to know to eliminate foot odor, from simple home remedies to more advanced treatments. … Read more
By: Melissa Gaffney, DPM The sea of shoes available can make anyone confused on what would be best for one’s foot. I have seen this confusion play out when patients would bring in bags of shoes in the office that did not help . Wouldn’t it be nice to have a podiatrist with you when … Read more
Seasoned podiatrist shares tips on how to get relief from a corn . A corn is a layer of dead skin caused by pressure on the toe or foot, often due to a boney deformity or friction from shoes. Treatment involves debridement, padding, and possibly surgery. Over-the-counter treatments and remedies such as urea cream and steroid injections can provide short-term relief, but permanent solutions may require surgery.